Vitaly Kirkpatrick – Memoirist, Resilience Educator, and Voice for the Forgotten
Life is beautiful. Cherish every moment, appreciate what you have, and find joy in the present.
As a Ukrainian orphan, my journey began in uncertainty—I was abandoned in a hospital as an infant and raised in an orphanage in Chernivtsi. At 11, I entered foster care, still feeling lost and voiceless. But through every hardship, I never stopped believing in something more. When I turned 18, I was left to survive alone. With just a few dollars and a heart full of dreams, I made my way to America.
Today, I write stories that heal—memoirs about identity discovery, trauma recovery, LGBTQ+ resilience, and found family. My book Vitaly is more than a story—it’s a voice for every orphan, every lost soul, and every person searching for belonging.
Linda Forrest – Editor, Muse, and Mental Health Advocate
The most amazing things about you come from within. Just be who you are. You are beautiful.
At 23, I was diagnosed with CPTSD and told my condition was incurable. That same day, I began researching neuroplasticity, and eventually discovered a path to healing. As an author and wellness mentor, I now help others understand how the brain heals and how stories unlock transformation.
Working with Vitaly allowed me to help shape a narrative that uplifts and empowers. As an editor, I honor the authentic voice of each writer and help bring their story to light.
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